70 Media Relations jobs in Saudi Arabia

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Foreground is partnering with a leading cultural and events organization in Saudi Arabia to appoint a Media Relations Specialist who will play a critical role in shaping the public image of the organization through strategic press engagement, editorial leadership, and event-based media coordination.

This role requires a bilingual communicator with deep familiarity with the media landscape in Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC, a sharp sense for storytelling, and the operational agility to manage media relations across high-profile events and campaigns. The ideal candidate is a seasoned media professional who brings both newsroom sensibility and corporate discipline, with a strong network of press contacts and the ability to manage messaging at scale.

Key Responsibilities

Media Strategy & Press Relations

• Develop and implement media outreach strategies aligned with the organizations communication objectives.
• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with key journalists, editors, and producers across TV, radio, print, and digital channels.
• Coordinate and pitch interviews, feature stories, and media appearances for executives and spokespeople.
• Act as a media liaison for inbound press requests and crisis-related matters.
  
  
  

• Draft, edit, and localize compelling bilingual content including press releases, Q&As, media kits, talking points, and statements.
• Ensure message consistency across all public and media-facing materials.
• Prepare comprehensive media briefings for senior leaders and designated spokespeople.
  
  
  

• Manage the setup and operation of media centers, press lounges, and broadcast zones during major events and public activations.
• Lead on-site media coordination, including press check-ins, branding alignment, and support for filming or interviews.
• Organize and oversee press conferences, media roundtables, and scheduled briefings.
  
  
  

• Coordinate closely with internal departments to source stories, secure approvals, and align on messaging priorities.
• Liaise with PR agencies, production partners, and content developers to ensure seamless execution of campaigns and media plans.
• Contribute to internal communications efforts where required, especially around media-facing milestones.
  
  
  

• Bachelors degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• 4+ years of relevant experience in media relations, journalism, or corporate communications, ideally within Saudi Arabia or the GCC.
• Established network of media contacts across local and regional outlets.
• Exceptional writing and editorial skills in both Arabic and English.
• Demonstrated experience in managing interviews, editorial calendars, and press events in high-pressure environments.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments.
• Previous experience working within PR agencies, newsrooms, or communications departments in event-led organizations is strongly preferred.
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industries Business Consulting and Services

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PR & Media Relations Strategy & Execution:

• Develop and implement PR and media relations strategies.
• Manage media relations and press releases to ensure positive coverage.
• Coordinate PR events and campaigns to engage target audiences.

Media Relations & Communication:

• Build and maintain relationships with media contacts.
• Handle crisis communication and media inquiries professionally.
• Prepare PR reports and presentations to evaluate campaign success.

Analytics & Performance Monitoring:

• Monitor and analyze PR metrics to optimize performance.
• Stay updated on PR trends and best practices to enhance strategies.
• Generate detailed reports to inform future PR initiatives.

Collaboration & Process Improvement:

• Work closely with internal teams (marketing, communications) to ensure cross-channel consistency.
• Proactively suggest new PR tactics and opportunities to enhance brand storytelling.

Key Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in PR and media relations.
• Strong understanding of media relations and PR strategies.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple PR projects simultaneously.
• Experience with PR analytics.
• Strong networking skills and ability to build relationships.
• Experience in crisis communication is a plus.

Job Summary: Develop long term external communications strategy ( Media Relations and Public Relations ) and chart out annual implementation plan in line with the global communications vision and strategy. Align with corporate business strategy and growth aspirations. Lead implementation of the corporate media campaign. Proactively cultivate relationships with tier 1 external media organizations. Drive positive perceptions of our Brand and Reputation as well as excellent utilization of media channels and relations to enhance and build our reputation and to articulate our Corporate Strategic targets & messaging, growth and achievements. Drive/provide integration of media across all regions both within the media and amongst our regional communications employees and lead media communications for mega projects, M&A growth projects & divestments, major external business and brand-building events including Chief executive Officer/Executive Vice President outreach and alignment with other stakeholders. Drive and co-ordinate proactive and Ad-Hoc Media outreach across all regions to increase quality and planning of media output by our regional teams. Support crisis communications at a global level and across the regions. Alignment and use of Communications agencies to deliver best practices.

Responsibilities

Job Purpose & Responsibilities:

• Ongoing development of our Media relations strategy in line with our global communications strategy and associated tactical outreach planning alongside other Global Communications CoEs, regional alignment, other stakeholders, agencies and day to day input into strategic direction and planning.
• Provide specialist strategic communications counsel and relevant external positioning of the company and of the company's senior executive leadership, including CEO, through presentations face to face and written briefings to leverage opportunities to drive business growth and reputation.
• Monitor, Track, Analyze and report statistics of the use and effectiveness of our media presence and providing actionable insights and recommendations based on the analytics data.
• Drive the alignment between our Regions/Strategic Business Units/Corporates to ensure the cohesive and improved use of Traditional Media external channels across all regions.
• Lead focal point for strategic global company projects requiring specialist media, positioning & messaging related leadership and relevant input into all major company events.
• Collaborate with Corporate and Strategic Business Units business partners and regions, in planning proactive media outreach campaigns.
• Setting of global standards and guidelines whilst driving global governance and quality control.
• Drive use of relevant new channels and improvement in using existing channels whilst ensuring relevant use of messaging to create unified messaging output.
• Maintain and build our most important corporate strategic media relationships (tier 1), whilst exploring new relevant trends and practices.
• Provide specialist relevant communications advice and support for our Crisis Management and management of Reputational Risk.
  
  

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent, preferably in a Communications/Journalism/Mass Media related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in media-related position, from a leading PR firm or in the communications function of a reputed organization.
  
  

• Fluent Native English language skills - both oral and written.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence higher management.
• Ability to manage cultural differences, changing environments.
• Leadership in driving projects, motivating team & collaboration.
• Strong analytical skills.

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industries Staffing and Recruiting

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Bayut is the number one property portal in the Kingdom, connecting millions of users across the country. We are committed to delivering the best online search experience. As part of Dubizzle Group, Bayut is alongside some of the strongest classifieds brands in the market. With a collective strength of 10 brands, we have more than 200 million monthly users that trust in our dedication to providing them with the best platform for their needs.

As a Social Media Specialist, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing our social media strategy on a day-to-day basis across LinkedIn, YouTube, X, WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat to enhance our online presence, engage our audiences, and drive business growth. Your challenge will be to expand our reach on social media and grow our following, as well as increase engagement.

• Manage social media marketing campaigns and day-to-day activities.

• Oversee design (i.e. social media posts and captions).

• Content Creation and Management: Develop engaging, high-quality content for various social media platforms.

• Community Management: Monitor and engage with our social media community.

• Manage responses, comments and messages promptly and professionally.

• Analytics and Reporting: Track, analyse, and report on social media performance metrics, providing actionable insights and recommendations for improvement.

• Trend Analysis: Stay up-to-date with the latest social media trends, tools, and best practices, and apply this knowledge to enhance our social media presence.

• Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing, PR, and design teams to ensure a cohesive brand messaging and effective execution.

• Develop and expand the community, including influencer outreach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Media, Marketing, or a related field (a Master’s degree is a plus);
• Certification in social media marketing, digital marketing, or related disciplines (e.g., Google Digital Marketing Certification, HubSpot Social Media Certification) is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in social media strategy, management, or a related field.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and growing social media accounts for businesses or brands.
• Experience in developing and implementing data-driven social media strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multi-channel campaigns across platforms such as X, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and Snapchat.

Knowledge

• Deep understanding of various social media platforms, algorithms, and their best practices.
• Strong knowledge of social media analytics tools such as Google Analytics, Hootsuite, Buffer, or Sprout Social.
• Familiarity with paid social media advertising, campaign optimisation, and A/B testing.
• Understanding of SEO principles and their application in social media content.
• Knowledge of content marketing principles and digital media trends.
• Proficient in social media management tools, graphic design software (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite), and video editing tools.

Skills

• Ability to develop comprehensive and effective social media strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Exceptional creativity to produce engaging and unique content tailored to different platforms.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with attention to tone and brand voice.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a team-oriented mindset to work effectively across departments.
• Strong ability to analyse data, interpret insights, and implement data-driven improvements.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills to efficiently handle multiple campaigns and deadlines.

Traits

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changes in social media trends.
• Keen attention to detail to ensure high-quality content and error-free campaigns.
• A self-starter passionate about staying ahead of social media trends and technologies.
• Ability to handle feedback and challenges constructively while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Ability to mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. Passionate: Demonstrates a genuine enthusiasm for marketing and brand-building.
• Self-motivated, strong curiosity, and strive for continuous learning.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
• Living the team values: Simpler. Better. Faster.
• Creative thinker and a go-getter.

• High-performing and fast-paced work environment.
• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Rewards and recognition
• Learning & Development

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Who Are We

We Are Foodics! a leading restaurant management ecosystem and payment tech provider. Founded in 2014 with headquarter in Riyadh and offices across 5 countries, including UAE, Egypt, Jordan and Kuwait. We are currently serving customers and partners in over 35 different countries worldwide. Our innovative products have successfully processed over 6 billion (yes, billion with a B) orders so far! making Foodics one of the most rapidly evolving SaaS companies to ever emerge from the MENA region. Also, Foodics has achieved three rounds of funding, with the latest raising $170 million in the largest SaaS funding round in MENA, boosting its innovation capabilities to better serve business owners.

The Job in a Nutshell

We are seeking a creative and proactive Social Media Specialist to support the execution of our social media strategy and help grow our online presence. You will play a key role in creating engaging content, coordinating with agencies and stakeholders, and monitoring performance across platforms. This role requires strong attention to detail, a deep understanding of social trends, and a passion for storytelling.

What you will do

• Support in implementing the social media strategy aligned with overall marketing and brand goals.
• Conduct audience and competitor research to guide content creation and posting schedules.
• Stay up-to-date with trends, platform changes, and best practices to keep our social presence relevant and effective.

• Coordinate with the social media agency to align on the content calendar, creative directions, and platform-specific concepts, along with full execution.
• Manage the coordination with third party stakeholders that are to be aligned or featured within the social, whether clients, partners, or internal stakeholders.
• Oversee content scheduling, publishing, monitoring, and overall performance across all platforms.
• Collaborate with the creative and content teams to produce high-quality visuals and copy.
• When needed, contribute to creating engaging, platform-native content (text, images, videos, Reels, Stories, etc.).
• Source, manage, and repurpose user-generated content (UGC) to enhance authenticity.
• Monitor and engage with the online community across channels.
• Supervise direct messages, comments, and mentions to ensure timely responses in a brand-appropriate tone.
• Escalate customer service issues to the relevant teams to ensure proper follow-up.
• Track KPIs (reach, engagement, growth, CTR, etc.) and provide weekly/monthly performance reports.
• Analyze data to identify trends, insights, and opportunities for improvement.
• Translate findings to update the strategy and content based on analytics and user feedback.

What Are We Looking For

• • • Bachelor's degree in business, sales, or a related field
    • 2-3+ years of experience in a social media or content-focused role.
    • Solid understanding of key social platforms (Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, X, etc.).
    • Strong copywriting, communication, and coordination skills.
    • Experience working with creative teams and/or agencies.
    • Familiarity with analytics tools and scheduling platforms is a plus.
    • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.

What We Offer You

We believe you will love working at Foodics!

• • We offer highly competitive compensation packages, including bonuses and the potential for shares.
  • We prioritize personal development and offer regular training and an annual learning stipend to tackle new challenges and grow your career in a hyper-growth environment.
  • Join a talented team of over 30 nationalities working in 14 countries, and gain valuable experience in an exciting industry.
  • We offer autonomy, mentoring, and challenging goals that create incredible opportunities for both you and the company.

Food Passion is a young Saudi collaboration of entrepreneurs in food and beverages, leading a culinary revolution in the Middle East. They are creators of Yaza Saudi Fusion, Brioché Gourmet Eatery, Mudakhan and many other innovative concepts. The company serves as consultants for food and beverage business development and concept creation.

This is a full-time on-site role for a Social Media Specialist at Food Passion in Jeddah. The role involves creating and managing social media marketing strategies, creating engaging content, and implementing digital marketing initiatives to enhance brand presence and engagement. In addition to analysing, reporting and presenting data.

• Social Media Marketing and Social Media Content Creation skills and publishing skills
• Digital Marketing and Marketing skills
• Ability to create engaging content
• Ability to copywrite in Arabic and English
• Ability to follow and understand trends and cultural movements
• Experience in brand building and online community engagement
• Knowledge of analytics tools for tracking social media performance
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field is preferred
• Design software knowledge and experience is preferred

• Manage Social Media Platforms
• Create and oversee content
• Analyse and report
• Campaign creation and Paid Ads

• Diploma/Degree or Higher
• Passion for Marketing
• Highly creative and autonomous
• Ability to multitask

• Experience in writing online content
• Additional languages
• Strong analytical skills

• Great team of smart people, in a friendly and open culture
• No waste of time in enterprise processes, real responsibilities and autonomy
• Expand your knowledge of various business industries
• Create content that will help our users on a daily basis
• Real responsibilities and challenges in a fast evolving company

Each employee has a chance to see the impact of their work. You can make a real contribution to the success of the company.

A full-time position
Attractive salary package.

Throughout the year.

Discounted Perks in Food Passion group and partners.

Bayut is the number one property portal in the Kingdom, connecting millions of users across the country. We are committed to delivering the best online search experience. As part of Dubizzle Group, Bayut is alongside some of the strongest classifieds brands in the market. With a collective strength of 10 brands, we have more than 200 million monthly users that trust in our dedication to providing them with the best platform for their needs.

As a Social Media Specialist, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing our social media strategy on a day-to-day basis across LinkedIn, YouTube, X, WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat to enhance our online presence, engage our audiences, and drive business growth. Your challenge will be to expand our reach on social media and grow our following, as well as increase engagement.

• Manage social media marketing campaigns and day-to-day activities.

• Oversee design (i.e. social media posts and captions).

• Content Creation and Management: Develop engaging, high-quality content for various social media platforms.

• Community Management: Monitor and engage with our social media community.

• Manage responses, comments and messages promptly and professionally.

• Analytics and Reporting: Track, analyse, and report on social media performance metrics, providing actionable insights and recommendations for improvement.

• Trend Analysis: Stay up-to-date with the latest social media trends, tools, and best practices, and apply this knowledge to enhance our social media presence.

• Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing, PR, and design teams to ensure a cohesive brand messaging and effective execution.

• Develop and expand the community, including influencer outreach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Media, Marketing, or a related field (a Master’s degree is a plus);
• Certification in social media marketing, digital marketing, or related disciplines (e.g., Google Digital Marketing Certification, HubSpot Social Media Certification) is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in social media strategy, management, or a related field.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and growing social media accounts for businesses or brands.
• Experience in developing and implementing data-driven social media strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multi-channel campaigns across platforms such as X, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and Snapchat.

Knowledge

• Deep understanding of various social media platforms, algorithms, and their best practices.
• Strong knowledge of social media analytics tools such as Google Analytics, Hootsuite, Buffer, or Sprout Social.
• Familiarity with paid social media advertising, campaign optimisation, and A/B testing.
• Understanding of SEO principles and their application in social media content.
• Knowledge of content marketing principles and digital media trends.
• Proficient in social media management tools, graphic design software (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite), and video editing tools.

Skills

• Ability to develop comprehensive and effective social media strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Exceptional creativity to produce engaging and unique content tailored to different platforms.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with attention to tone and brand voice.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a team-oriented mindset to work effectively across departments.
• Strong ability to analyse data, interpret insights, and implement data-driven improvements.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills to efficiently handle multiple campaigns and deadlines.

Traits

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changes in social media trends.
• Keen attention to detail to ensure high-quality content and error-free campaigns.
• A self-starter passionate about staying ahead of social media trends and technologies.
• Ability to handle feedback and challenges constructively while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Ability to mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. Passionate: Demonstrates a genuine enthusiasm for marketing and brand-building.
• Self-motivated, strong curiosity, and strive for continuous learning.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
• Living the team values: Simpler. Better. Faster.
• Creative thinker and a go-getter.

• High-performing and fast-paced work environment.
• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Rewards and recognition
• Learning & Development

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Bayut is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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At IDEANEST, we're building a talent pool of exceptional social media professionals who can transform how businesses connect with their audiences. As a Social Media Specialist , you'll be at the intersection of creativity and analytics, crafting compelling content while measuring what moves the needle. This role is perfect for someone who understands both the art and science of social media—someone who can create thumb-stopping content while also interpreting the data behind it.

We're looking for rising stars who demonstrate potential for excellence. Selected candidates will join our talent leaderboard, showcasing their skills to innovative companies seeking verified social media talent.

• Developing platform-specific content strategies that align with brand voice
• Creating and scheduling engaging posts across multiple platforms
• Responding to comments and messages with authentic community management
• Monitoring trends and identifying opportunities for timely content
• Analyzing performance metrics to refine strategy and improve results
• Collaborating with designers, writers, and marketers to produce cohesive campaigns
• Staying current with platform updates and emerging social media technologies

• A portfolio that demonstrates your ability to create engaging social content
• Experience managing multiple social platforms (Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook)
• Proficiency with social media management tools (Hootsuite, Buffer, Sprout Social)
• Strong copywriting skills with an eye for what captures attention
• Basic understanding of social media analytics and reporting
• Ability to adapt quickly to platform changes and emerging trends
• Creative problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Marketing

• Advertising Services

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